Complete daily opening checklist for restaurants covering food safety, hygiene, equipment checks, and regulatory compliance. Used by over 2,300 restaurants nationwide.
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Sample items from this compliance checklist
Check all refrigerator temperatures
Verify all refrigeration units are between 34°F and 40°F
Check freezer temperatures
Ensure all freezers are at or below 0°F
All surfaces cleaned and sanitized?
Confirm all food prep surfaces have been properly cleaned and sanitized
Hand washing stations stocked?
Check soap, paper towels, and hand sanitizer availability
Photo of prep area
Document cleanliness of main prep area
+ 23 more items in full template
Ensure FDA compliance every single day
Prevent foodborne illness incidents
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Daily restaurant opening procedures
Quick-service restaurant compliance
Food truck daily inspections
Cafeteria and institutional food service
Catering operation startup checks
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This template is designed to meet FDA Food Code requirements and industry best practices for food service compliance.
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Updated 2024-12-15
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